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disasters/4bc7d9278e.json:0 | disasters | 0 | 2019 South Sulawesi floods The province of South Sulawesi experiences flooding annually. Due to development of a low-pressure area in the Timor Sea coupled with increased humidity in the wet season, the rainfall levels in the area increased significantly, with the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency issuin... | Flooding | Gowa Regency was particularly hard-hit, experiencing the majority of the fatalities. The most destructive flood was caused by the overflowing of the Jeneberang River and the opening of the watergates of the Bili-Bili Dam in Gowa, though other floods also occurred elsewhere in the province. | 2019 South Sulawesi floods The province of South Sulawesi experiences flooding annually. Due to development of a low-pressure area in the Timor Sea coupled with increased humidity in the wet season, the rainfall levels in the area increased significantly, with the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency issuin... | Heavy rainfall caused the Jeneberang River to overflow, leading to the overfilling of the Bili-Bili Dam in Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi. This resulted in widespread flooding across the region, affecting 10 regencies or cities and causing significant damage to infrastructure and property. 68 people were reported killed... |
disasters/d868c5d0ca.json:1 | disasters | 0 | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | Massacre | The government blamed the revolutionary group African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC), arresting several of its members. | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | The Pidjiguiti massacre was a tragic event that took place on 3 August 1959 in Pidjiguiti, Portuguese Guinea (now Guinea-Bissau). It was a turning point in the country's history, leading to increased calls for independence and ultimately sparking an 11-year armed struggle for freedom. The massacre began when dock work... |
disasters/d868c5d0ca.json:2 | disasters | 1 | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | Aftermath | The incident caused PAIGC to abandon their campaign of nonviolent resistance, leading to the Guinea-Bissau War of Independence in 1963. | Pidjiguiti massacre In the 1950s, the Portuguese conglomerate Companhia União Fabril controlled much of the commerce on the Pijiguiti docks through a subsidiary called Casa Gouveia. Although the Portuguese colonial government had enacted a number of reforms in these years to try and quell the growing anti-colonial and ... | The Pidjiguiti massacre was a turning point in the fight for independence in Guinea-Bissau. Low wages and poor working conditions led to social unrest among port workers, culminating in a violent confrontation with police in which between 25-50 workers were killed. The event galvanized support for the independence mov... |
biographies/21759691e6.json:3 | biographies | 0 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Writing style and methodology | Becker also wrote extensively on sociological writing styles and methodologies. | as bad." Becker is widely known for his work on drug culture, particularly his studies on marijuana use. Chapters three and four of "Outsiders", which were originally published in the "American Journal of Sociology" in 1953, examine how marijuana users come to be labeled as social deviants. Becker was inspired to write... | Becker is well known for his work on drug culture and the sociology of art. He has made significant contributions to both fields through his studies on deviant cultures and the role of social interaction in the formation of such cultures. Additionally, Becker has written extensively on the practice of sociology, offer... |
biographies/21759691e6.json:4 | biographies | 1 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Sociology of deviance and labeling theory | Becker's 1963 book "Outsiders" provided the foundations for labeling theory. | 1981, the Cooley/Mead Award in the Section on Social Psychology, awarded by the American Sociological Association in 1985, the George Herbert Mead Award given by the Society for the Study of Symbolic Interaction in 1987, and the Award for a Career of Distinguished Scholarship, American Sociological Association, 1998. B... | Howard S. Becker is a prominent sociologist known for his work on the sociology of deviance and labeling theory. His 1963 book "Outsiders" is considered one of the first books on labeling theory and its application to studies of deviance. Becker's work on drug culture, particularly his studies on marijuana use, and hi... |
biographies/21759691e6.json:5 | biographies | 2 | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Early life and education | Becker is often called a symbolic interactionist, although he does not align himself with the method. A graduate of the University of Chicago, Becker is considered part of the second Chicago School of Sociology, which also includes Erving Goffman and Anselm Strauss. | Howard Saul Becker Howard Saul Becker was born April 18, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Allan Becker (April 2, 1902 – March 27, 1988) and Donna Becker (born Bertha Goldberg; December 31, 1904 – 1997). His great-grandfather, Gershon Movsha Becker, immigrated to the United States from Lithuania. Becker began play... | Howard S. Becker was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1928. He began playing piano at an early age and worked as a professional musician while attending the University of Chicago, where he earned his undergraduate degree in sociology. Becker went on to earn his MA and PhD in sociology from the University of Chicago, where... |
newspapers/d284665e32.json:6 | newspapers | 0 | Allied Press Allied Press was formed through the merger of two Dunedin newspaper companies, the "Otago Daily Times" ("ODT") and the former Evening Star, on 13 May 1975. The merger process was completed during the rest of the year following shareholder approval and other required agreements. "ODT" staff subsequently shi... | Brands and publications | The company's main asset is the "Otago Daily Times", a daily newspaper. | Allied Press Allied Press was formed through the merger of two Dunedin newspaper companies, the "Otago Daily Times" ("ODT") and the former Evening Star, on 13 May 1975. The merger process was completed during the rest of the year following shareholder approval and other required agreements. "ODT" staff subsequently shi... | Allied Press is a New Zealand media company that owns and operates a range of newspapers and other publications across the country. Its flagship publication is the daily newspaper "Otago Daily Times," and it also has a majority stake in the "Greymouth Star." The company was formed through the merger of two Dunedin new... |
biographies/5bc17293a5.json:7 | biographies | 0 | Guillermo Díaz Díaz was born in New Jersey to Cuban parents, and grew up in Washington Heights, Manhattan. In 1994, he landed his first speaking role as Spike in Boaz Yakin's "Fresh". From there he began working on "Party Girl" as Leo, Parker Posey's roommate. His next role was a drag queen (La Miranda) in Nigel Finch'... | Early life and career | He is known for films "Half Baked", "200 Cigarettes" (1999) and "Stonewall". He is known for his role as "Huck" in the drama series "Scandal". Díaz has made guest appearances on "Chappelle's Show", "Weeds", and "Girls Town". | Guillermo Díaz Díaz was born in New Jersey to Cuban parents, and grew up in Washington Heights, Manhattan. In 1994, he landed his first speaking role as Spike in Boaz Yakin's "Fresh". From there he began working on "Party Girl" as Leo, Parker Posey's roommate. His next role was a drag queen (La Miranda) in Nigel Finch'... | Guillermo Díaz Díaz is an American actor known for his roles in films such as "Fresh," "Party Girl," "Stonewall," "Girls Town," "High School High," "Freeway," "I Think I Do," "Half Baked," "200 Cigarettes," "Chelsea Walls," "Just One Time," "Weeds," "Mercy," "Exquisite Corpse," "Cop Out," and "Scandal." He has also ap... |
biographies/27076bd0dc.json:8 | biographies | 0 | Brendan Thomas Carr Carr holds a B.A. from Georgetown University and a J.D. from the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America. He was a law clerk for Judge Dennis Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He worked in private practice at Wiley Rein before becoming a legal a... | Biography | He previously served as an aide to FCC member Ajit Pai and as the FCC's general counsel. Carr also worked as an attorney at Wiley Rein. | Brendan Thomas Carr Carr holds a B.A. from Georgetown University and a J.D. from the Columbus School of Law at the Catholic University of America. He was a law clerk for Judge Dennis Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. He worked in private practice at Wiley Rein before becoming a legal a... | Brendan Thomas Carr is a former law clerk for Judge Dennis Shedd of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and a former legal advisor to Federal Communications Commission member Ajit Pai. He served as general counsel of the FCC from January 2017 to August 2017 and was confirmed as an FCC commissione... |
biographies/e867bccb8c.json:9 | biographies | 0 | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Political career | He served in the House of Representatives from 1966 to 1984, representing the Division of Corangamite for the Liberal Party. He held ministerial office in the Fraser Government, serving as Minister for Labor and Immigration, Employment and Industrial Relations, Industrial Relations, and Minister for Foreign Affairs (19... | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Anthony Street was a Liberal member of the Australian House of Representatives from 1966 to 1984, serving in various ministerial roles including as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1980 to 1983. He also served in the military and has held directorships in several companies. |
biographies/e867bccb8c.json:10 | biographies | 1 | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Early life | His father Geoffrey Street was also a federal government minister. | Anthony Austin Street Street was born in Melbourne on 8 February 1926, one of two children born to Evora and Geoffrey Street and was raised at the family property 'Eildon', near Lismore, Victoria. His father was elected to federal parliament in 1934 and promoted to the ministry in 1938. He was killed in the 1940 Canber... | Anthony Street was born in Melbourne in 1926 and raised at the family property 'Eildon' near Lismore, Victoria. He attended Melbourne Grammar School and served in the Royal Australian Navy during World War II. He was elected as a Liberal member of the Australian House of Representatives in 1966, serving in various pos... |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:11 | biographies | 0 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Shadow Cabinet and Deputy Leader, 1984–94 | Deputy Leader of the Opposition and Deputy Leader of the Labour Party from 1992 to 1994, she briefly served as acting Leader of the Labour Party following John Smith's death. She was appointed to Neil Kinnock's Shadow Cabinet shortly afterward; she was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party in 1992, becoming the fir... | she was appointed as Judith Hart's Parliamentary Private Secretary. Harold Wilson made her a Whip in 1975, and in 1976 promoted her to Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Education and Science, replacing Joan Lestor, who had resigned in protest over spending cuts. She remained in that position u... | Margaret Beckett was a British politician who served as the Deputy Leader of the Labour Party from 1992 to 1994. Prior to that, she was a member of the Shadow Cabinet and served as the Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury. She was the first woman to hold the position of Deputy Leader of the Labour Party. After servi... |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:12 | biographies | 1 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Member of Parliament | Beckett was first elected to Parliament in October 1974 for Lincoln and held junior positions in the government of Harold Wilson. In March 2022 Beckett announced that she would stand down at the next general election. | she was appointed as Judith Hart's Parliamentary Private Secretary. Harold Wilson made her a Whip in 1975, and in 1976 promoted her to Parliamentary Under Secretary of State at the Department of Education and Science, replacing Joan Lestor, who had resigned in protest over spending cuts. She remained in that position u... | Margaret Beckett is a British politician who served as the Member of Parliament for Lincoln from 1973 to 1979 and later for Derby South from 1983 to 2022. She held various positions within the Labour Party and served as the President of the NOtoAV campaign during the 2011 United Kingdom Alternative Vote referendum. Be... |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:13 | biographies | 2 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | In government, 1997–2001 | After Labour returned to power in 1997, Beckett became a member of Tony Blair's government initially as President of the Board of Trade. | leader at the time of that year's 1994 European parliament elections, which were held four weeks after she assumed the position. Labour's election campaign had been long in the planning under Smith, whose sudden death led to a "sympathy rise" in opinion polls for Labour, compounding what had already been a strong lead ... | Margaret Beckett served as the Leader of the House of Commons from 1998 to 2001, during which time she introduced Westminster Hall debates and worked on modernizing Parliament. She served as the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs from 2001 to 2006, where she dealt with climate change issues and... |
biographies/70167bc22d.json:14 | biographies | 3 | Margaret Beckett Margaret Beckett was born Margaret Mary Jackson in 1943, in Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire, into the family of an invalid Congregationalist carpenter father and an Irish Catholic teacher mother. Her father died early, precipitating family poverty. She had two sisters, one later a nun, the other later a ... | Post-Blair years | In 2007, Beckett was not initially given a position by new Prime Minister Gordon Brown; after she had spent a period on the backbenches, Brown appointed her to his cabinet as Minister of State for Housing and Planning in 2008. | of the Shadow Cabinet in 1989 as Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury. Following the 1992 general election she was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party and served under John Smith as Shadow Leader of the House of Commons. She became a Member of the Privy Council in 1993. She was the first woman to serve as deput... | Harriet Harman was elected Deputy Leader of the Labour Party in 1992 and served as Acting Leader of the party following the death of John Smith in 1994. She ran for the position of Leader in the subsequent leadership election but came second to Tony Blair. She was subsequently appointed Shadow Secretary of State for H... |
companies/bc5759dae7.json:15 | companies | 0 | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Operations | The company specialises in healthcare, spectroscopy and manufacturing. It is involved in additive manufacturing. | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Renishaw plc is a British multinational company founded in 1973 by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer. The company specializes in industrial metrology and spectroscopy and has grown organically through patented innovations. Its main offices are located in an old watermill site in Charfield, UK, with additional facilitie... |
companies/bc5759dae7.json:16 | companies | 1 | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | History | It is listed on the London Stock Exchange. | Renishaw plc The Company was founded by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer in 1973. McMurtry had needed to measure fuel pipes on a prototype jet engine: at the time, coordinate-measuring machine sensors featured rigid styli, which required manual positioning on the surface and which yielded poor repeatability when measur... | Renishaw plc was founded in 1973 by Sir David McMurtry and John Deer to produce touch-trigger probe devices for measuring delicate components. The company went public in 1984 and has since grown through organic growth and acquisitions, including the purchase of Measuring Devices Ltd in 2010 and the Bosch plant in Wale... |
companies/34204829a2.json:17 | companies | 0 | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | Further developments (1996–2005) | Mlekara Subotica produced fresh milk and yogurt. It exported its products to the countries in the region as well as in the European Union. | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | Mlekara Subotica AD was founded in 1955 and has since grown into a major dairy company in Serbia. In the 1960s, the company began to modernize and expand its operations, introducing new technologies and equipment. In the 1980s, Mlekara Subotica built a cheese plant and started producing creamy cheese spreads and insta... |
companies/34204829a2.json:18 | companies | 1 | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | The modernization (1966–1975) | Other dairy products include cheese, powdered milk, and butter. | Mlekara Subotica AD Mlekara Subotica was founded on 4 March 1955 in Subotica under the name "Co – operative Dairy - Independent Business Organization ". In 1957, Mlekara Subotica purchased its first used trucks, a batch pasteurizer with ribbed cooler and a separator pasteurizer. At that time, the first chemical analyse... | Mlekara Subotica AD was established in 1955 as a cooperative dairy organization. Over the years, the company has undergone significant modernization, including the introduction of new equipment and technology, expansion of production facilities, and increased focus on quality control and environmental sustainability. ... |
biographies/b9ad8c738e.json:19 | biographies | 0 | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Career | He is best known as creator and star of two television comedy shows, "Legally Brown" (2013-14) and "Orange Is the New Brown" (2018). His Netflix special "Nazeem Hussain: Public Frenemy" began streaming worldwide in 2019. | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Nazeem Hussain is a well-known Australian comedian, actor, and television host. Born in Melbourne in 1985, Hussain is the son of Sri Lankan immigrants. He began his career in comedy after studying law and science at Deakin University and working as a tax consultant for PriceWaterhouseCoopers. Hussain's Netflix special... |
biographies/b9ad8c738e.json:20 | biographies | 1 | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Political views and activities | The ABC describes Hussain's comedy as having a "confrontational style - tackling topics like race relations". | Nazeem Hussain Hussain was born in 1985 in Melbourne, Australia. His parents, both born in Sri Lanka, met in London before relocating to Australia in the 1970s. Following their separation when Hussain was six years old, Hussain's father returned to Sri Lanka. Hussain's father died of COVID-19 in 2021. Hussain has two s... | Nazeem Hussain is a well-known Australian comedian, actor, and television host. He is of Sri Lankan and Australian descent and is known for his boundary-pushing comedy that often deals with race and religion. Hussain has won several awards for his comedy and has performed internationally, including at the Edinburgh Fr... |
biographies/56cccc1d2b.json:21 | biographies | 0 | Rick Lopes Rick Lopes has owned and managed a property management business serving West Hartford, New Britain, and Hartford, Connecticut. Rick Lopes graduated from University of Connecticut with a Bachelor's degree in Literature, as well as a second Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Lopes won a special election in 2012 a... | Political career | Lopes won the election against Republican Incumbent Gennaro Bizzaro. | Rick Lopes Rick Lopes has owned and managed a property management business serving West Hartford, New Britain, and Hartford, Connecticut. Rick Lopes graduated from University of Connecticut with a Bachelor's degree in Literature, as well as a second Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Lopes won a special election in 2012 a... | Rick Lopes is a former member of the Connecticut House of Representatives who served from 2012 to 2020. He won several elections, including a special election in 2012 and re-election in 2014, 2016, and 2018. In 2020, he ran for and won a seat in the Connecticut State Senate, defeating incumbent Republican Gennaro Bizz... |
biographies/6fde56c067.json:22 | biographies | 0 | Yoon Seung-ah After being discovered on the street, Yoon Seung-ah began her career as a model, appearing in the magazines "CeCi", "Elle Girl Korea", "Vogue Girl Korea" and "Cosmopolitan Korea" and landing exclusive contracts with Nivea and J.Estina. Yoon first caught the public's eye in 2006 in Alex Chu and Ji Sun's mu... | Career | She debuted as a magazine model, and first gained attention in 2006 by appearing in two music videos by Alex Chu and Ji Sun. After finishing her art major, Yoon pursued an acting career, with supporting roles in the television series "Playful Kiss" and "Moon Embracing the Sun". She was cast in her first leading role in... | Yoon Seung-ah After being discovered on the street, Yoon Seung-ah began her career as a model, appearing in the magazines "CeCi", "Elle Girl Korea", "Vogue Girl Korea" and "Cosmopolitan Korea" and landing exclusive contracts with Nivea and J.Estina. Yoon first caught the public's eye in 2006 in Alex Chu and Ji Sun's mu... | Yoon Seung-ah is a South Korean model and actress who started her career after being discovered on the street. She has appeared in various magazines and has modeled for brands such as Nivea and J.Estina. She gained popularity through her appearances in music videos and supporting roles in films and TV series, includin... |
newspapers/0f0016925e.json:23 | newspapers | 0 | Adevărul "Adevărul" is the main trademark of Adevărul Holding, a company owned by Cristian Burci. The main newspaper itself is edited by editor-in-chief Dan Marinescu and several deputy editors (Liviu Avram, Adina Stan, Andrei Velea and others). Also part of the holding are the cultural magazines "Dilema Veche" and "Hi... | Early interwar years | In 1920, "Adevărul" also began publishing its prestigious cultural supplement, "Adevărul Literar și Artistic". | cultural turmoil. By 1908, "Adevărul" was covering the burgeoning European avant-garde, offering mixed reviews to Futurism and deploring the supposed end of literary realism. In late 1910, claiming to speak for "the democratic world", it celebrated the Portuguese republican revolt. The efforts made for establishing and... | During the early interwar years, "Adevărul" covered significant events in Europe and beyond, including the First Balkan War, the outbreak of World War I, and the Russian Revolution. The newspaper also employed several literary and political personalities as its correspondents, and was known for organizing raffles and ... |
newspapers/0f0016925e.json:24 | newspapers | 1 | Adevărul "Adevărul" is the main trademark of Adevărul Holding, a company owned by Cristian Burci. The main newspaper itself is edited by editor-in-chief Dan Marinescu and several deputy editors (Liviu Avram, Adina Stan, Andrei Velea and others). Also part of the holding are the cultural magazines "Dilema Veche" and "Hi... | Changes in management | As of 2006, "Adevărul" had been the property of Dinu Patriciu, a prominent Romanian businessman and politician. | new generation of panelists, most of whom were known for their advocacy of left-wing causes. In addition to professional journalists Brănișteanu, Constantin Bacalbașa, Tudor Teodorescu-Braniște, they included respected novelist Mihail Sadoveanu and debuting essayist Petre Pandrea, as well as the best-selling fiction au... | The text describes changes in the management of two Romanian newspapers, "Adevărul" and "Dimineața," in the early 1930s. The new management consisted of a new generation of panelists, most of whom were known for their advocacy of left-wing causes. They included respected novelist Mihail Sadoveanu and debuting essayist... |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:25 | biographies | 0 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Professional career | She formerly headed the Supreme Court practice at the law firm Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld. Millett also was a longtime former assistant to the United States Solicitor General and served as an occasional blogger for SCOTUSblog. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Patricia Ann Millett is a highly qualified lawyer who has served as an Assistant to the United States Solicitor General and co-chairs the Supreme Court practice at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld. She has argued 25 cases before the United States Supreme Court and briefed over 50 cases. Millett has also been recognized ... |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:26 | biographies | 1 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | D.C. Circuit service | In February 2016 court-watchers identified her as a potential nominee to replace Justice Antonin Scalia. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Patricia Ann Millett is a highly qualified American attorney who served as an Assistant to the United States Solicitor General from 1996 to 2007. She later joined the law firm of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, where she co-chaired the firm's Supreme Court practice. Millett also blogged at SCOTUSblog and was recommend... |
biographies/1396ddd60f.json:27 | biographies | 2 | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Consideration for D.C. Circuit | Millett's 2013 nomination to the D.C. Circuit played a role in the debate over the use of the filibuster in the United States Senate, leading to the use of the nuclear option to bring it to the floor for a vote. | Patricia Ann Millett Millett was born in 1963 in Dexter, Maine, to a family with Mainer roots stretching to the Revolutionary War. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, "summa cum laude", from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985. She then earned a Juris Doctor, "magna cum laude",... | Patricia Ann Millett is a highly qualified candidate for the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. She has extensive experience in litigation and appellate work, having worked as an assistant to the United States Solicitor General and as a partner at a prominent law firm. Millett has als... |
schools/4c27bd9f58.json:28 | schools | 0 | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | History | The college was established in 2003 as a result of the merger of Dover Heights and Vaucluse high schools. | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | Rose Bay Secondary College was established in 2003 through the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college offers a wide range of subjects and co-curricular activities, including a Magnet program for gifted students, music ensembles, debating and public speaking, and performing arts progr... |
schools/4c27bd9f58.json:29 | schools | 1 | Rose Bay Secondary College The college was established in 2003, following the merger of Dover Heights High School and Vaucluse High School. The college initially operated using both campuses while construction commenced on extending and expanding the buildings and facilities at the former site of Dover Heights High Sch... | Life saving and surf awareness | The catchment includes some of the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. | apprenticeships or into the workforce. Of the students who go to university, most go to the nearby University of New South Wales. The school provides support for students who have mild and moderate intellectual disabilities to undertake studies either in specially grouped classes or alongside their peers with support i... | The school offers a wide range of academic and extracurricular programs, including a selective program for intellectually gifted students, a program for highly and divergently gifted students, and a music ensemble program. The school also coordinates a surf awareness program and a program to promote kindness and comba... |
biographies/a96c98a2f5.json:30 | biographies | 0 | Lisa Deanna Rinna Lisa Rinna was born on July 11, 1963 in Newport Beach, California, as the daughter of Lois and Frank Rinna. She is of Italian, Portuguese, and English descent. When Lisa was seven, her family relocated to Medford, Oregon, when her father was transferred there for job-related reasons, and she spent the... | Acting | As an actress, she is known for her roles as Billie Reed on the NBC daytime soap opera "Days of Our Lives" and Taylor McBride on the television drama "Melrose Place". Rinna made her Broadway debut in "Chicago" as Roxie Hart in June 2007. | for a movie on Lifetime since 1999. In 2001, Rinna played the role of Veronica Simpson in the comedy film "Good Advice" (2001) alongside Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. From June to July 2007, Rinna starred in the Broadway production of "Chicago", in the role of Roxie Hart, alongside her husband, who played the role... | Lisa Rinna is an American actress, model, and television personality known for her roles in movies and TV shows such as "Melrose Place," "Entourage," "Days of Our Lives," "Harry Loves Lisa," "The Celebrity Apprentice," and "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills." She has also appeared in various other TV series, includ... |
biographies/a96c98a2f5.json:31 | biographies | 1 | Lisa Deanna Rinna Lisa Rinna was born on July 11, 1963 in Newport Beach, California, as the daughter of Lois and Frank Rinna. She is of Italian, Portuguese, and English descent. When Lisa was seven, her family relocated to Medford, Oregon, when her father was transferred there for job-related reasons, and she spent the... | Hosting and reality television | Since 2014, Rinna has been a cast member on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills." She was the host of Soapnet's talk show "Soap Talk" (2002–2006), for which she earned four Emmy nominations. | for a movie on Lifetime since 1999. In 2001, Rinna played the role of Veronica Simpson in the comedy film "Good Advice" (2001) alongside Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards. From June to July 2007, Rinna starred in the Broadway production of "Chicago", in the role of Roxie Hart, alongside her husband, who played the role... | Lisa Rinna is an American actress, producer, and television personality. She began her career in the entertainment industry as a model and went on to appear in various movies and television shows. Rinna has also hosted several television programs, including "Soap Talk" and "Merge". Additionally, she has participated i... |
biographies/4ef45b0842.json:32 | biographies | 0 | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga Kanengoni-Malinga was born on 23 August 1982. Her father Elias Kanengoni, who died in 2013, is a former deputy director of the Central Intelligence Organisation. She completed her O Levels and A Levels at Girls High School in Harare. After graduating, she briefly went to the United States on a... | Political career | She was the Minister of State in the Office of Second Vice-President of Zimbabwe Phelekezela Mphoko from 2015. Previously, she served as Deputy Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture from 2013 to 2015. She was the Member of Parliament for Mazowe Central from 2013. She is a member of ZANU–PF, and previously held leadershi... | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga Kanengoni-Malinga was born on 23 August 1982. Her father Elias Kanengoni, who died in 2013, is a former deputy director of the Central Intelligence Organisation. She completed her O Levels and A Levels at Girls High School in Harare. After graduating, she briefly went to the United States on a... | Tabetha Kanengoni-Malinga is a Zimbabwean politician who served as Deputy Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture and later as Minister of State in the Office of the Vice-President of Zimbabwe. She is known for her efforts to combat corruption in the Zimbabwe Football Association and for her advocacy for female empowerme... |
biographies/3f1c89f9d3.json:33 | biographies | 0 | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Ohio General Assembly | A longtime member of the Ohio General Assembly, Hottinger has served in both the Ohio House of Representatives and the Senate since first being elected in 1994. | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Jay Hottinger is a Republican politician who has served in the Ohio General Assembly since 1994. He has represented the 31st district in the Senate since 2014 and previously served in the House of Representatives from 1994 to 2005. He has held leadership positions in both chambers, including chairman of the Senate Ins... |
biographies/3f1c89f9d3.json:34 | biographies | 1 | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | 2014 election and return to the Ohio Senate | His current district includes Coshocton. | Jay Hottinger Hottinger attended Newark High School and has a degree in political science and public administration from Capital University. He is married with three daughters. His professional experience includes working as an office manager for Jay Company and an electrical contractor. Hottinger was a member of the N... | Jay Hottinger is a Republican politician who represented the 31st district in the Ohio Senate from 1998 to 2005, and then returned to the Senate in 2014. He previously served in the Ohio House of Representatives from 1994 to 2005. He has been a vocal opponent of Medicaid expansion in Ohio, and has been named chairman ... |
companies/364984bbbb.json:35 | companies | 0 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Investments areas | Novo Holdings A/S also invests in both financial assets and in companies with application-oriented research in the life sciences. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Holdings A/S is a Danish investment holding company founded in 1999 by Winnie Eriksen, wife of former Novo Nordisk CEO, and her three sons. It is headquartered in Denmark and manages the financial assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The company operates in four main investment areas: Novo Seeds, Novo Ventures,... |
companies/364984bbbb.json:36 | companies | 1 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Group | Novo Holdings A/S aims to manage the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s assets to achieve a return that the Foundation can award as grants for scientific research and humanitarian and social purposes. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Holdings A/S is a subsidiary of the Novo Nordisk Foundation, which manages the foundation's financial assets to ensure an adequate financial return to cover its investments and grants for scientific, humanitarian and social purposes and projects in the Nordic countries and the rest of the world. Novo Holdings A/S... |
companies/364984bbbb.json:37 | companies | 2 | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Senior management | Eivind Kolding succeeded Henrik Gürtler as CEO in 2014. Eivind Kolding left Novo Holdings A/S in 2016 and Kasim Kutay took over as CEO for the organisation. | Novo Holdings A/S Novo Holdings A/S operates in four main investment areas. Novo Seeds: aims to support especially promising biotechnology companies with great commercial potential at an early stage of their development. Novo Seeds also awards research scholarships called pre-seed grants for promising research, project... | Novo Holdings A/S is a Danish investment firm that manages the financial assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation. It operates in four main investment areas: Novo Seeds, Novo Ventures, Novo Growth, and Novo Capital Investors. The company has a diverse portfolio of investments in life science companies in Europe and North... |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:38 | newspapers | 0 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | History | The newspaper was founded by John R. Walker and John Norvell in June 1829 as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" and is the third-oldest surviving daily newspaper in the United States. | supported the Union, but Harding wanted their coverage to remain neutral. Confederate generals often sought copies of the paper, believing that the newspaper's war coverage was accurate. "Inquirer" journalist Uriah Hunt Painter was at the First Battle of Bull Run in 1861, a battle which ended in a Confederate victory. ... | The history of The Philadelphia Inquirer dates back to 1829 when it was founded by John Saxton and John R. Walk. The newspaper initially supported the Democratic Party and Andrew Jackson, but later shifted its allegiance to the Whig Party. During the American Civil War, the newspaper remained neutral in its coverage, ... |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:39 | newspapers | 1 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Corporate ownership | "The Inquirer" is owned by The Philadelphia Foundation. It has won 20 Pulitzer Prizes. By the end of the 1960s, "The Inquirer" trailed its chief competitor, the "Evening Bulletin", and lacked modern facilities and experienced staff. In the 1970s, new editors turned the newspaper into one of the country's most prominent... | circulation further, the price of "The Inquirer" was cut and the paper's size was increased, mostly with classified advertisements. After five years "The Inquirer" had to move into a larger building on Market Street and later expanded into adjacent property. After Elverson's death in 1911, his son by his wife Sallie Du... | The Inquirer is a daily newspaper based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. It was founded in 1829 and has undergone several changes in ownership over the years. The current owners, Philadelphia Media Network, purchased the paper in 2012 for $55 million. The paper has struggled to make a profit due to competition from... |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:40 | newspapers | 2 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Civil War to 1920s | "The Inquirer" first became a major newspaper during the American Civil War when its war coverage was popular on both sides. The paper's circulation dropped after the war, then rose by the end of the 19th century. | January 1830. Under Harding, in 1829, "The Inquirer" moved from its original location between Front and Second Streets to between Second and Third Streets. When Harding bought and merged the "Morning Journal" in January 1830, the newspaper was moved to South Second Street. Ten years later "The Inquirer" again was moved... | The Philadelphia Inquirer was founded by John Saxton in 1829 and was initially called "The Inquirer". It was later acquired by Horace Howard Furness Sr. and moved to its current location on South Second Street. Under Furness, the newspaper expanded its content and became a major Philadelphia newspaper. During the Amer... |
newspapers/35cb963149.json:41 | newspapers | 3 | The Philadelphia Inquirer "The Philadelphia Inquirer" was founded as "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" by printer John R. Walker and John Norvell, former editor of Philadelphia's largest newspaper, the "Aurora & Gazette". An editorial in the first issue of "The Pennsylvania Inquirer" promised that the paper would be devoted ... | Production | The publisher is Elizabeth H. Hughes, and the editor is Gabriel Escobar. | of offices retail and apartments. The next month, publisher and CEO Gregory J. Osberg announced that 600 of the 740 Philadelphia Media Network employees of "The Inquirer", "Daily News", and Philly.com would move to office space in the former Strawbridge & Clothier department store on east Market Street. The remaining e... | The Philadelphia Inquirer is a daily newspaper based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. It was founded in 1829 and is one of the oldest newspapers in the United States. The newspaper covers local and national news, sports, entertainment, and business topics. In recent years, the newspaper has faced financial difficul... |
biographies/26afae2bbc.json:42 | biographies | 0 | Al Jardine Alan Charles Jardine was born in Lima, Ohio the younger of two children to Virginia and Donald Jardine. Having spent his first years of childhood in Lima, he moved with his family to Rochester, New York, where his father worked for Eastman Kodak and taught at the Rochester Institute of Technology. His family... | 1960s–80s | He is known for occasionally singing lead vocals on singles such as "Help Me, Rhonda". His song "Lady Lynda" was also a UK top 10 hit for the group in 1978. | the band's manager, Murry Wilson. Jardine played double bass on the Beach Boys' first (and only) record for Candix Records, "Surfin'", but quit the band a few months later, in February 1962. A common misconception is that Jardine left to focus on dental school. In reality, Jardine did not even apply to dental school un... | Al Jardine was a founding member of the Beach Boys, joining the band in 1961. He played guitar and sang both lead and harmony vocals. Jardine left the band in 1962 due to creative differences but returned in 1963. He became more involved in production and songwriting for the band after Brian Wilson stopped touring in ... |
biographies/26afae2bbc.json:43 | biographies | 1 | Al Jardine Alan Charles Jardine was born in Lima, Ohio the younger of two children to Virginia and Donald Jardine. Having spent his first years of childhood in Lima, he moved with his family to Rochester, New York, where his father worked for Eastman Kodak and taught at the Rochester Institute of Technology. His family... | 1990s–present | Other Beach Boys songs that feature Jardine on lead include "From There to Back Again" (2012). He has released one solo album, "A Postcard from California" (2010). | to prevent the use of the Beach Boys name, which he had licensed in 1999. The courts ruled in Love's favor, denying Jardine the use of the Beach Boys name in any fashion. Jardine proceeded to appeal this decision in addition to seeking $4 million in damages. The California Court of Appeal ruled that Love acted wrongful... |
In the 1990s, Al Jardine won a legal battle against Mike Love over the use of the Beach Boys name. Jardine then went on to release his solo debut album, "A Postcard from California," in 2010, which featured contributions from other Beach Boys members and famous musicians such as Neil Young and Stephen Stills. In 2011... |
biographies/83449be0ad.json:44 | biographies | 0 | Michelle Branch Branch was born on July 2, 1983, in Sedona, Arizona, to David and Peggy Branch. Her father is Irish, and her mother is of Dutch-Indonesian ("Indo") and French descent. Her maternal grandmother was held in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. After the war she moved to the Netherlands, where B... | 2001–2005: "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper" | During the early 2000s, she released two top-selling albums: "The Spirit Room" and "Hotel Paper." She won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals with Santana for their 2002 single, "The Game of Love". As a solo recording artist, she signed to the Maverick record label in 2001, and released her debut albu... | compilation of songs she wrote starting from when she was 14; the album was released on the independent record label Twin Dragon Records. Its title was inspired from a bracelet made by pop singer Jewel, given to Branch by musician Steve Poltz at a Lisa Loeb concert she attended. Poltz told Branch that "when it breaks, ... |
* Compilation of songs written since age 14, released on indie label Twin Dragon Records.
* Signed with Maverick Records in 2001, worked with John Shanks on debut album "The Spirit Room".
* Released in August 2001, featuring hit single "Everywhere".
* Second album "Hotel Paper" released in 2003, certified Platinum by... |
biographies/83449be0ad.json:45 | biographies | 1 | Michelle Branch Branch was born on July 2, 1983, in Sedona, Arizona, to David and Peggy Branch. Her father is Irish, and her mother is of Dutch-Indonesian ("Indo") and French descent. Her maternal grandmother was held in a Japanese internment camp during World War II. After the war she moved to the Netherlands, where B... | 2005–2007: The Wreckers | In 2005, she formed the country music duo the Wreckers with Jessica Harp, and produced the Grammy-nominated single "Leave the Pieces". The Wreckers disbanded in 2007. | compilation of songs she wrote starting from when she was 14; the album was released on the independent record label Twin Dragon Records. Its title was inspired from a bracelet made by pop singer Jewel, given to Branch by musician Steve Poltz at a Lisa Loeb concert she attended. Poltz told Branch that "when it breaks, ... | From 2005 to 2007, Jessica Simpson worked on her third studio album, "A Public Affair," which was released in June 2006. The album was produced by Rick Rubin and featured a more mature sound than her previous albums. The lead single, "Public Affair," was a commercial success, reaching number three on the "Billboard" H... |
disasters/5ebf4950f6.json:46 | disasters | 0 | Yavapai Wars With the Mohave people's power greatly diminished, Tolkepaya saw that they needed to make new alliances to protect their safety. In April 1863, Quashackama, a well-known Tolkepaya, met with Arizona Territory superintendent of Indian affairs Charles Poston, along with representatives of the Pimas, Mohaves, ... | Exodus Day | The war culminated with the Yavapai's removal from the Camp Verde Reservation to San Carlos on February 27, 1875, an event now known as Exodus Day. | Yavapai Wars With the Mohave people's power greatly diminished, Tolkepaya saw that they needed to make new alliances to protect their safety. In April 1863, Quashackama, a well-known Tolkepaya, met with Arizona Territory superintendent of Indian affairs Charles Poston, along with representatives of the Pimas, Mohaves, ... | The Yavapai Wars were a series of conflicts between the Yavapai and the United States Army in Arizona from 1864 to 1875. The conflict began after a series of raids on ranches by the Yavapai, leading to a preemptive attack by a group of volunteers. The conflict escalated, with the US Army declaring all Indians in lands... |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:47 | biographies | 0 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Television | Since 2006, she has been a judge on the television talent show competition "Britain's Got Talent". Her acting credits on television include "The Grimleys", "Kiss Me Kate", "Cutting It", "Wild at Heart" (2006–2008), and "Big Top" (2009). Holden has also presented various television shows for ITV, including "The Sun Mili... | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | Amanda Holden is a British television personality who has appeared on various shows such as "Heartbeat," "Smallville," "Celebrity Juice," "The Door," "The Early Show," "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards," "Amanda Holden's Fantasy Lives," "Superstar," "Dispatches," "This Morning," "Give a Pet a Home," "I've Go... |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:48 | biographies | 1 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Radio | She currently co-hosts "Heart Breakfast" with Jamie Theakston. | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | Amanda Holden is a British television personality, actress, and singer. She has appeared on various TV shows, including "Radio for Text", "The Early Show", "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards", "The Door", "The Nation's Favourite Bee Gees Song", "Lorraine", "Superstar", "Dispatches", "This Morning", "Give a Pe... |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:49 | biographies | 2 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Theatre | Holden performed in the musical stage show "Thoroughly Modern Millie" in 2004, for which she was nominated for a Laurence Olivier Award. | six-part factual series for ITV called "Give a Pet a Home", which worked alongside the RSPCA finding homes for animals. The series aired in April and May 2015. On 18 December 2015 Holden was part of the presenting team for ITV's Christmas telethon "Text Santa". In 2016 she presented "I've Got Something To Tell You", a ... | Amanda Holden is a British actress, presenter, and singer who has had a successful career in various fields of entertainment. She has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies, including "Give a Pet a Home," "The Worst Witch," and "Shrek The Musical." Holden has also hosted radio shows and presented factual series. She... |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:50 | biographies | 3 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Other work | In 2013, Holden released her autobiography book, "No Holding Back", which became a "Sunday Times" bestseller. | 1 June 2009 she appeared with regular presenters Harry Smith and Maggie Rodriguez. Holden has since signed with CBS as a British correspondent for "The Early Show". From 2009 until 2014 Holden co-presented "A Night of Heroes: The Sun Military Awards" annually on ITV with Phillip Schofield. In January 2010 she presented... | Amanda Holden is a British television personality, actress, and singer who has worked as a judge on the talent competition "Britain's Got Talent." She has also had roles in various TV shows and movies, including "Heartbreak High," "Celebrity Juice," "Superstar," and "Stepping Out." Holden has also served as a correspo... |
biographies/21adeb3d91.json:51 | biographies | 4 | Amanda Louise Holden Holden was born in Portsmouth, Hampshire and spent much of her childhood in Bishop's Waltham, and aged nine she joined Bishop's Waltham Little Theatre Company. She attended Swanmore College. At 16 she moved to Bournemouth, before moving to South London to attend Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts. H... | Music | She released her debut studio album, "Songs from My Heart", in 2020. | six-part factual series for ITV called "Give a Pet a Home", which worked alongside the RSPCA finding homes for animals. The series aired in April and May 2015. On 18 December 2015 Holden was part of the presenting team for ITV's Christmas telethon "Text Santa". In 2016 she presented "I've Got Something To Tell You", a ... | Amanda Holden is a British actress, singer, and television personality who has appeared in various TV shows and movies throughout her career. She has hosted and presented numerous programs, including "Give a Pet a Home," "Text Santa," "I've Got Something to Tell You," and "The Holden Girls: Mandy & Myrtle." Holden has... |
biographies/41f7f1f996.json:52 | biographies | 0 | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | 1991–2009: Career beginnings with Three 6 Mafia | He is a founding member of the Southern hip hop group Three 6 Mafia, established in 1991, with whom he won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, for their single "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp". | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | Juicy J is a rapper, singer, and songwriter who was born on April 5, 1975. He is best known as a co-founder of the Southern hip hop group Three 6 Mafia, which was formed in 1991. Over the years, Juicy J has released several albums and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp" in 2... |
biographies/41f7f1f996.json:53 | biographies | 1 | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | 2010–2017: Taylor Gang, "Stay Trippy" and "Rubba Band Business" album | His most notable single as a soloist is his feature on the Top 40 singles "Bandz a Make Her Dance" (featuring Lil Wayne and 2 Chainz). It served as the lead single for his third album "Stay Trippy" on August 23, 2013. In 2011, Juicy J announced that he was a part-owner and A&R representative for Wiz Khalifa's Taylor Ga... | Juicy J Jordan Michael Houston III was born on April 5, 1975. As a teenager, he read a multitude of books and essays on the music industry, learning about marketing, publishing, and royalties. He looked up to fellow Tennessee artist, Al Bell, who was the brief co-owner of Stax Records. He wrote the song, "Slob on My Kn... | Juicy J is a rapper, singer, and songwriter from Memphis, Tennessee. He is best known as a founding member of the hip-hop group Three 6 Mafia, which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "It's Hard out Here for a Pimp" at the 78th Academy Awards. He also has a successful solo career, releasing several albums... |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:54 | biographies | 0 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Career hiatus and fluctuations (2009–2016) | In 2016, "Time" named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. | contract at a local competition in Salerno and moved with her mother to Milan, Italy. After Theron spent a year modelling throughout Europe, she and her mother moved to the US, both New York City and Miami. In New York, she attended the Joffrey Ballet School, where she trained as a ballet dancer until a knee injury clo... | Charlize Theron is a South African-American actress and producer. She moved to the United States at the age of 19 to pursue a career in the film industry. Despite facing financial difficulties and rejection early on, she eventually gained recognition for her roles in films such as "The Cider House Rules," "Monster," a... |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:55 | biographies | 1 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Breakthrough (1997–2002) | Theron came to international prominence in the 1990s by starring in the Hollywood films "The Devil's Advocate" (1997), "Mighty Joe Young" (1998), and "The Cider House Rules" (1999). | contract at a local competition in Salerno and moved with her mother to Milan, Italy. After Theron spent a year modelling throughout Europe, she and her mother moved to the US, both New York City and Miami. In New York, she attended the Joffrey Ballet School, where she trained as a ballet dancer until a knee injury clo... | Charlize Theron moved to the US with her mother at age 16 to pursue a career in the film industry. After living in a motel and struggling to make ends meet, she was discovered by a talent agent who introduced her to an acting school. Her first speaking role was in "2 Days in the Valley" (1996), but she feared being ty... |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:56 | biographies | 2 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Worldwide recognition and critical success (2003–2008) | She received critical acclaim for her portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in "Monster" (2003), for which she won the Academy Award for Best Actress, becoming the first South African to win an Oscar for Best Actress. She received another Academy Award nomination for playing a sexually abused woman seeking justice ... | "The film represents a confident next step for lead Charlize Theron. Though the challenges of following a career-redefining Oscar role have stymied actresses, Theron segues from "Monster" to a performance in many ways more accomplished [...] The strength of both the performance and character anchor the film firmly in t... | Charlize Theron's successful transition from model to actress is highlighted by her Academy Award and Golden Globe Award nominations for her performance in "North Country," a film about a group of women who lead the fight for industrial workplace rights. Her subsequent roles in "In the Valley of Elah," "Sleepwalking,"... |
biographies/2db24dcd1e.json:57 | biographies | 3 | Charlize Theron Theron was born in Benoni, in Transvaal Province (Gauteng Province since 1994) of South Africa, the only child of road constructionists Gerda (née Maritz) and Charles Theron (27 November 1947 – 21 June 1991). The Second Boer War military leader Danie Theron was her great-great-uncle. She is from an Afri... | Personal life | Theron became an American citizen in 2007, while retaining her South African citizenship. | an alcoholic superhero alongside Will Smith in the superhero film "Hancock". "The Burning Plain" found a limited release in US theaters, but grossed $5,267,917 outside the US. Moreover "Hancock" made US$624.3 million worldwide. Also in 2008, Theron was named the Hasty Pudding Theatricals Woman of the Year, and was aske... | Charlize Theron is a South African-American actress and producer. She rose to fame in the late 1990s following roles in "The Devil's Advocate", "Mighty Joe Young", and "The Cider House Rules". In 2000, Theron won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos in "Monster". She subs... |
disasters/f3eb1335d9.json:58 | disasters | 0 | Caroline Twigge Matthews Caroline Twigge was born in 25 September 1877, to Liverpool parents, John Twigge (1848 – 1908) and his wife Caroline Sara Twigge, née Sargeant (born 1847), who lived in the Waterloo area of the city, and she was baptised on 26 June 1878. She had two brothers, John S. Twigge (born 1872) who was ... | Death and memorial | When she died, the press said she was "The Florence Nightingale of the Balkans." | years her senior, in 1907, in the Sheriff Court in St Giles district, Edinburgh, but at the date of her death, she was already a widow. Matthews served voluntarily in the 1908 Messina earthquake, when the city lost almost half its population including nurses and doctors. She was among those involved in the internationa... | Dr. Caroline Matthews was a British woman who served as a doctor during World War I, including in Serbia and Italy. She was awarded several medals for her service, including the Italian Red Cross medal and the King Victor Emmanuel's Commemoration Medal. After the war, she remained friends with Amy Johns, whom she had ... |
biographies/84f252f196.json:59 | biographies | 0 | Katherine LaNasa LaNasa was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Anne (née Hardin) and Dr. James J. LaNasa Jr., a surgeon. She began dancing at the age of 12, and at the age of 14, she was admitted to the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After an apprenticeship with Milwauk... | Career | She starred in films "Jayne Mansfield's Car", "The Campaign" and "The Frozen Ground". On television, LaNasa had a leading role in the NBC sitcom "Three Sisters" (2001–2002), appeared in recurring or guest roles on "Judging Amy", "Two and a Half Men", "Big Love" and "Longmire", and also starred in the short-lived dramas... | Katherine LaNasa LaNasa was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of Anne (née Hardin) and Dr. James J. LaNasa Jr., a surgeon. She began dancing at the age of 12, and at the age of 14, she was admitted to the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After an apprenticeship with Milwauk... | Katherine LaNasa is a former ballet dancer turned actress known for her roles in television shows such as "Three Sisters," "Big Love," and "Deception." She has also appeared in films like "The Campaign" and "The Frozen Ground." LaNasa has been married three times, including a brief marriage to Dennis Hopper, and has o... |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:60 | disasters | 0 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Crescent–Northwestern Downtown St. Louis, Missouri/Madison, Illinois | A violent F4 tornado tore through Northwestern Downtown St. Louis. | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | On February 7, 1959, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon, which later moved southeastward and turned east-northeastward across the Central Plains. An unusual surge of warm weather entered the Midwest in early February, with temperatures climbing into the 60s across the region. The low-pressure system... |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:61 | disasters | 1 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Aftermath | An F3 tornado also caused heavy damage to numerous structures in Southern Highland County, Ohio, including a school that was in session at the time the tornado hit. | then entered St. Louis City, devastating the area. It first damaged dozens of buildings and homes in the neighborhoods of Franz Park, Hi-Pointe, and Clayton-Tamm in Northern Benton before tearing part of the roof off the St. Louis Arena and blowing down a TV tower in Northern Gratiot. It then reached its peak intensity... | On February 28, 1957, a devastating F3 tornado struck St. Louis City, Missouri, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The tornado traveled 10.5 miles (16.9 km), was 400 yards (370 m) wide, and was posthumously rated F3, although tornado expert Thomas P. Grazulis classified the tornado as an F2. The tornado ... |
disasters/b6f4aefc8d.json:62 | disasters | 2 | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | Sugar Tree Ridge–Northern Belfast, Ohio | Non-tornadic impacts also caused two more fatalities, and at least 70 more injuries. | St. Louis tornado outbreak of February 1959 Early on February 7, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon. This low strengthened as it moved slowly southeastward over the next two days before bottoming out at 992 mbars over Southwestern Colorado. It then accelerated tremendously as it turned eastward and t... | On February 7, 1959, a low-pressure system formed over Southeastern Oregon, which later moved southeastward and turned east-northeastward across the Central Plains. An unusual surge of warm weather entered the Midwest in early February, with temperatures climbing into the 60s across the region. The low-pressure system... |
biographies/a05f679213.json:63 | biographies | 0 | Chloe Pirrie Pirrie was raised in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, and attended the Mary Erskine School. She began acting in school and decided to pursue it as a career after being cast in a school production of "The Cherry Orchard". She moved to London at the age of 18 to attend the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and grad... | Career | She has played main roles in the 2014 miniseries "The Game", the 2012 film "Shell", and the 2015 television film "An Inspector Calls". She has also appeared in the 2016 miniseries "War & Peace", the film "Youth", and "The Waldo Moment", a 2013 episode of "Black Mirror". In 2015 she also co-starred in the Academy Award ... | Chloe Pirrie Pirrie was raised in Stockbridge, Edinburgh, and attended the Mary Erskine School. She began acting in school and decided to pursue it as a career after being cast in a school production of "The Cherry Orchard". She moved to London at the age of 18 to attend the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and grad... | Chloe Pirrie is a Scottish actress who started her career in 2009. She has had roles in various films and TV shows such as "Shell," "The Waldo Moment," "The Game," "An Inspector Calls," "War & Peace," "To Walk Invisible," "Death In Paradise," "The Living and the Dead," "The Crown," "Troy," "The Victim," "Emma," and "T... |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:64 | biographies | 0 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Early years and The Crocodiles | Her first success came with New Zealand band The Crocodiles, who had a top 20 hit single with "Tears". | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers and four sisters. She began singing at a young age and was influenced by Aretha Franklin and Dusty Springfield. Morris started her professional career at the age of 15 and later became a home economics teacher. She joined the all... |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:65 | biographies | 1 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | QED and "Jackson" | Morris provided backing vocals for INXS on their album, "The Swing". She then recorded a duet with lead singer, Michael Hutchence, on a cover of Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood's hit "Jackson"; it was included as a bonus track on the April 1984 (cassette only) INXS EP, "Dekadance", which reached number two on the chart... | recorded with The Morris Majors. "Puberty Blues" reached the Australian Kent Music Report Singles Chart top 100. The follow-up single, "Little By Little"—a cover of The Springfields 1960's song—was released in 1982 but failed to chart. During 1982–1984, Morris continued as a session backing vocalist, contributing to re... | Jenny Morris began her career as a member of The Crocodiles, before embarking on a solo career that included collaborations with QED and INXS. Her most successful single was "Jackson", a duet with Michael Hutchence from INXS, which was included on the Dekadance EP. Morris has also worked as a session vocalist and tour... |
biographies/885b2ec21c.json:66 | biographies | 2 | Jennifer Patricia Morris Jenny Morris was born in Tokoroa, New Zealand and grew up in Hamilton with three brothers (Alistair, Rhys and Tam) and four sisters (Maxine, Bronte, Joanne and Shanley). Morris wrote a poem on the Vietnam War when she was 12 and used her sister's guitar to put it to music. Morris has stated tha... | Solo success: 1986–1994 | Her solo career includes top five Australian albums with "Shiver" in 1989 and "Honeychild" in 1991, and her top five Australian singles are "She Has to Be Loved" and "Break in the Weather". These albums and singles also peaked in the top ten on the New Zealand charts. Morris has won two ARIA Awards for 'Best Female Art... | songwriter Arthur Baysting. Morris was asked to join and soon after, Hornibrook departed and was replaced by Matthews. The Crocodiles were managed by Mike Chunn (ex-Split Enz bassist) and regularly performed in Auckland. In January 1980 they played the high-profile Sweetwaters Music Festival and in April that year, the... | Arthur Baysting is a songwriter who has had a successful career in the music industry. From 1980 to 1981, he was part of the band The Crocodiles, which won several awards and achieved significant commercial success. After leaving the band, Baysting pursued a solo career and released several successful albums, includin... |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:67 | biographies | 0 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | Legacy and accolades | The 12-time NBA All-Star was named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | Isiah Thomas is a retired American professional basketball player who played as a point guard for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA. He is known for his exceptional skills on the court, leadership qualities, and philanthropic activities. Thomas led the Pistons to two NBA championships and was named the NBA Finals MVP in ... |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:68 | biographies | 1 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | Detroit Pistons (1981–1994) | He played his entire professional career for the Detroit Pistons of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He was taken as the second overall pick by the Pistons in the 1981 NBA draft, and played for them his entire career, while leading them to the 1988–89 and 1989–90 NBA championships. | draft, the Detroit Pistons chose Thomas with the second overall pick and signed him to a four-year, $1.6 million contract. Thomas started for the Eastern Conference in the 1982 NBA All-Star Game and made the All-Rookie Team. In the opening round of the 1984 NBA playoffs, Thomas and the Pistons faced off against Bernard... | Isiah Thomas is a former American professional basketball player who played for the Detroit Pistons from 1981 to 1994. During his time with the Pistons, Thomas helped lead the team to three NBA Finals appearances, winning back-to-back championships in 1989 and 1990. He was known for his exceptional passing ability and... |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:69 | biographies | 2 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | College career | Thomas played college basketball for the Indiana Hoosiers, leading them to the 1981 NCAA championship as a sophomore and declaring for the NBA draft. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | Isiah Thomas played college basketball for Indiana University under coach Bobby Knight from 1979 to 1981, leading the team to two Big Ten championships and one NCAA championship. After graduating, he played in the NBA for 13 seasons before becoming a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:70 | biographies | 3 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | FIU | He was later the basketball coach for FIU for three seasons from 2009 to 2012. | year, the 1979–80 season, Knight became so upset with Thomas that he kicked him out of a practice. According to Thomas, Knight was making a point that no player, no "matter how talented, is bigger than Knight's philosophy." Thomas quickly proved his skills as a player and became a favorite with both Knight and Indiana ... | Isiah Thomas played college basketball for Indiana University under coach Bobby Knight. Despite initial tension between them, Thomas became a fan favorite and led the team to two national championships. After graduating, Thomas played in the NBA for 13 seasons, mostly with the Detroit Pistons, where he was a five-time... |
biographies/69c0fe2859.json:71 | biographies | 4 | Isiah Lord Thomas III The youngest of nine children, Thomas was born on April 30, 1961, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in the city's West Side. He started playing basketball at age three and would dribble and shoot baskets as the halftime entertainment at Catholic Youth Organization games. He attended Our Lady of So... | New York Liberty | In early May 2015, Thomas was named president of the WNBA team the New York Liberty, where Thomas's former Pistons teammate, Bill Laimbeer, was the team's coach. | a consultant to the team, reporting directly to Walsh and banned from having contact with Knicks players on the rationale that he could undermine the new head coach. On April 14, 2009, Thomas accepted an offer to become the head basketball coach of FIU, replacing Sergio Rouco after five losing seasons. Thomas announced... | Isiah Thomas is a retired professional basketball player who played for the Detroit Pistons and is currently serving as the President of the New York Liberty in the WNBA. He has also worked as a consultant for the New York Knicks and has been involved in various business ventures, including importing champagne and fou... |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:72 | biographies | 0 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 1985–1993: Photography, magazines, and early video work | Moving into filmmaking, he began shooting skateboarding films, including the influential "Video Days" (1991). Jonze co-founded the skateboard company Girl Skateboards in 1993 with Rick Howard and Mike Carroll. | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | Spike Jonze is a photographer, filmmaker, and creative director known for his innovative and influential work in both the skateboarding and music video industries. Born Adam H. Spiegel in New York City, Jonze grew up in Bethesda, Maryland, where he developed a passion for BMX riding and photography. After moving to Ca... |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:73 | biographies | 1 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 2000–2008: "Adaptation" and "Jackass" | He was a co-creator and executive producer of MTV's "Jackass" franchise. Jonze co-founded Directors Label, with filmmakers Chris Cunningham and Michel Gondry. | was nominated for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress for Keener. Jonze co-starred opposite George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg and Ice Cube in David O. Russell's war comedy "Three Kings" (1999), which depicts a gold heist by four U.S. soldiers following the end of the Gulf War. Jonze's role i... | Spike Jonze is an American filmmaker, actor, and producer. He began his career as a teenager in the skateboarding scene, and went on to work as a freelance photographer for the magazine "Home Video." He transitioned into making skateboarding videos and eventually moved into directing commercials and music videos. His ... |
biographies/d68e85a0d2.json:74 | biographies | 2 | Spike Jonze Adam H. Spiegel was born in New York City, the son of Arthur H. Spiegel III and Sandra L. Granzow. His father was of German-Jewish ancestry. Jonze is the grandson of Arthur Spiegel and the great-great-grandson of Joseph Spiegel, founder of the Spiegel catalog. Arthur H. Spiegel III was the founder of a heal... | 2009–2019: "Where the Wild Things Are", short films, and "Her" | Jonze later began directing films based on his own screenplays, including "Where the Wild Things Are" (2009) and "Her" (2013); for the latter film, he won the Academy Award and Golden Globe for Best Original Screenplay, while receiving Academy Award nominations for Best Picture and Best Original Song ("The Moon Song").... | the Las Vegas, Nevada desert in a Ford Mustang before stopping to repeatedly stab West, who is tied up in the trunk. Jonze produced Charlie Kaufman's directorial debut "Synecdoche, New York" in 2008, which Jonze originally intended to direct. "Where the Wild Things Are" (2009), a film adaptation of Maurice Sendak child... | Spike Jonze is an American filmmaker, actor, and photographer. He began his career as a teenager, freestyling and rapping under the name "Spike Jonze" in the early 1980s. He became a house producer for the Beastie Boys, and later formed the group "Ski Bum" with the Beastie Boys member Mike Diamond. Jonze transitioned ... |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:75 | newspapers | 0 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Impact | In the last few decades of the 18th century it was one of the main political newspapers in the Western world. Its circulation likely exceeded 10,000, and it may have reached even up to 100,000. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | The "Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits" was a French-language newspaper founded by Huguenot families in the Netherlands in the 17th century. Known as the "Gazette de Leyde," it provided political news in France and Europe, and was widely read by the European elite. The paper was known for its independence f... |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:76 | newspapers | 1 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Contents and history | It was published in French in Leiden. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | The "Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits" was a French-language newspaper founded by Huguenot families in the Netherlands in the 17th century. Known as the "Gazette de Leyde," it covered political news in France and Europe and was widely read by the European elite. The paper was known for its support of relig... |
newspapers/28e247651e.json:77 | newspapers | 2 | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | Background | At that time the Netherlands enjoyed a significant freedom of the press. | Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits The Netherlands (United Provinces) were, in the 18th century, very tolerant in matters of freedom of the press and religious freedom. Compared to most contemporary countries, such as France, Great Britain or the Holy Roman Empire, there was little government interference (ce... | The "Nouvelles Extraordinaires de Divers Endroits" was a French-language newspaper founded by Huguenot families in the Netherlands in the 17th century. Known as the "Gazette de Leyde," it covered political news in France and Europe and was widely read by the European elite. The paper was known for its independence fro... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:78 | biographies | 0 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1975–1978: "The World Starts Tonight" and "Natural Force" | Tyler came to prominence with the release of her album "The World Starts Tonight" and its singles "Lost in France" and "More Than a Lover". Her 1978 single "It's a Heartache" reached number four in the United Kingdom, and number three on the US "Billboard" Hot 100. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | Bonnie Tyler's debut single "Lost in France" in April 1976 did not have an impact on any charts worldwide. However, her second single "Lost in France" became a Top 10 single by the end of the year. Her third studio album "Diamond Cut" was released in 1979 and was a hit in Norway and Sweden, but it only charted on the ... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:79 | biographies | 1 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1982–1989: The CBS Years | In the 1980s, Tyler ventured into rock music with songwriter and producer Jim Steinman. He wrote Tyler's hit "Total Eclipse of the Heart", from her 1983 UK chart-topping album "Faster Than the Speed of Night". Tyler also released "Holding Out for a Hero" in the 1980s. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | During the 1982-1989 period, Tyler signed with CBS Records and released several successful albums, including "Faster Than the Speed of Night" (1983), "Precious Time" (1984), and "Touch Me" (1985). She won multiple awards during this time, including Best Female Rock Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards for "Here She ... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:80 | biographies | 2 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 1990–2000: Success in Europe | She had success in mainland Europe during the 1990s with Dieter Bohlen, including her hit "Bitterblue". | Year’ at the RSH-Gold Awards. In the following year, “Bitterblue” was released as a promotional single in the United States where it was met with criticism. "Billboard" wrote that “bombastic production, with a rush of bagpipes and a choir of chirping children at the forefront, overpower Tyler's distinctive raspy voice.... | During the 1990s, Tyler achieved significant commercial success in mainland Europe with albums like "No Angel", "Bitterblue", "Angel Heart" and "Silhouette in Red". She won several awards and was named Best International Singer at the Goldene Europa Awards in 1993 and Best Pop/Rock Singer at the ECHO Awards in 1994. I... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:81 | biographies | 3 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2004–2005: Success in France | In 2003, Tyler re-recorded "Total Eclipse of the Heart" with singer Kareen Antonn. The new version, titled "Si demain... (Turn Around)", topped the French charts. | her debut single in April 1976, and failed to impact any charts worldwide. RCA increased their promotional efforts for the release of Tyler's second single, "Lost in France", arranging for her to meet with a party of journalists at a French château. The single had no immediate impact upon its release in September 1976,... | Bonnie Tyler's debut single in April 1976 failed to impact any charts worldwide. However, her second single "Lost in France" became a Top 10 single by the end of the year. Despite producing two popular singles, her debut album "The World Starts Tonight" proved unsuccessful in Europe, except in Sweden, where it climbed... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:82 | biographies | 4 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2012–2018: "Rocks and Honey" and the Eurovision Song Contest | "Rocks and Honey" was released in 2013 and features the single "Believe in Me", which she performed representing the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013. | "It's a Heartache" gaining over 3 million airplays on US television and radio since it was first recorded in 1977. She also appeared on the Ukrainian version of "X Factor" as one of the three British guests, alongside Kylie Minogue and Cher Lloyd. She performed "It's a Heartache", "Total Eclipse of the Heart" and "Hold... | During the period of 2012-2018, Bonnie Tyler released her sixteenth studio album "Rocks and Honey," represented the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song "Believe in Me," and released the compilation "Best of 3 CD." She also appeared on the Ukrainian version of "X Factor" and performed a due... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:83 | biographies | 5 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | 2019–present: "Between the Earth and the Stars" | Workingwith the producer David Mackay, she released "Between the Earth and the Stars" (2019) and "The Best Is Yet to Come" (2021). | in Dublin, and Harold Faltermeyer in Hamburg. In 1998, Tyler appeared on Rick Wakeman's orchestral album "Return to the Centre of the Earth" on the song "Is Anybody There?". The album also included narration from "Star Trek" actor Patrick Stewart and vocals from Ozzy Osbourne, Katrina Leskanich and Justin Hayward. On 1... | In 2019, Bonnie Tyler released her seventeenth studio album, "Between the Earth and the Stars," featuring collaborations with Rod Stewart, Francis Rossi, and Cliff Richard. The album received positive reviews and debuted in the top 40 in several European countries. Tyler embarked on a tour of Europe to promote the alb... |
biographies/8ec6581bdc.json:84 | biographies | 6 | Gaynor Sullivan Tyler was born Gaynor Hopkins in Skewen, Wales, to coal miner Glyndŵr and mother Elsie Hopkins. She grew up in a four-bedroom council house with three sisters and two brothers. Her siblings had varied music tastes, exposing her to artists such as Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra and the Beatles. Hopkins and... | Honours, awards and recognition | Her work has earned her three Grammy Award nominations and three Brit Award nominations, among other accolades. | was considered to be Tyler's comeback in France, and received overwhelmingly positive reviews from music critics. Tyler's fourteenth studio album "Simply Believe" was released in April 2004. It featured seven new songs and various re-recordings and covers. Tyler and Antonn recorded "Si tout s'arrête (It’s a Heartache)"... | Bonnie Tyler's career spans over four decades and includes 18 studio albums, numerous hit singles, and several awards and recognitions. Some of her notable achievements include winning the 10th World Popular Song Festival, becoming the first and only UK representative to receive a Eurovision Song Contest Radio Award, ... |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:85 | biographies | 0 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | In opposition | She later served in the Shadow Cabinets of Ed Miliband and Jeremy Corbyn. After the 2010 general election, Eagle became Shadow Solicitor General for England and Wales. She served in the Shadow Cabinet as Shadow Transport Secretary, Shadow Defence Secretary and finally Shadow Culture, Media and Sport Secretary. She resi... | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Maria Eagle is a British politician who served as the Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. She previously served in various positions within the Labour Party, including as the Minister of State for Justice and as the Shadow Secretary of State for Defence. Eagle has been a vocal advocate for LGBT rig... |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:86 | biographies | 1 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Early life and career | She studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Pembroke College, Oxford and read Law at the College of Law, London. After graduating with her law degree, she worked as an articled clerk and solicitor in Liverpool. | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Maria Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded a Ba... |
biographies/49e17f2bc6.json:87 | biographies | 2 | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Government minister | Eagle was a junior minister at the Department for Work and Pensions under Tony Blair, and later moved to the Department for Education and Skills and Northern Ireland Office. She had a position at the Ministry of Justice and Government Equalities Office under Gordon Brown. | Maria Eagle Eagle was born in Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, the daughter of Shirley ("" Kirk), a factory worker, and André Eagle, a print worker. She was educated at St Peter's Church of England School in Formby, Merseyside and Formby High School before attending Pembroke College, Oxford, where she was awarded... | Maria Eagle is a British politician who served as the Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. She previously served in various positions within the government, including as the Minister of State at the Ministry of Justice. Eagle is known for her support of LGBTQ+ rights and has been recognized by Stone... |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:88 | biographies | 0 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Early years | A young schoolteacher in the Russian Empire by 1908, he collected folklore emphasizing Bessarabia's links with Romania, and associated with various founding figures of the Romanian nationalist movement, beginning with Ion Pelivan. | and Bălți. His work in letters and folkloristics was collected in five retrospective volumes: "Cântece din războiu" ("Songs from the War", 1921), "Cântece din stepă" ("Songs from the Steppe", 1923), "Cântece din Basarabia" ("Songs from Bessarabia", two volumes: 1921, 1928), "Miresme din stepă" ("Scents of the Steppe", ... | Ion Buzdugan was a Moldovan writer who wrote in the Romanian language. He was born in 1892 in the village of Raut, Bessarabia Governorate, Russian Empire (now in Ukraine) and died in 1967 in Romania. He studied at the Kishinev Theological Seminary and later at the University of Bucharest. He served as a teacher in Bes... |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:89 | biographies | 1 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | National Moldavian Party | He vehemently supported the union of Bessarabia with Romania during the existence of an independent Moldavian Democratic Republic, and, as a member of its legislature ("Sfatul Țării"), worked to bring it about. | a while, again as N. Romanaș. He also began a lifetime work of collecting Romanian folklore, and, despite such work being repressed by the Russian authorities, documented the folkloric links between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions. The folk songs of his collections also pointed to the Bessarabians' diss... | Buzdugan was a prominent member of the National Moldavian Party (PNM) and played a significant role in the political events leading up to the union of Bessarabia with Romania in 1918. He was also a collector of Romanian folklore and a writer, publishing works such as "My Country" in 1918. |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:90 | biographies | 2 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Beginnings in Greater Romania | In Greater Romania, Buzdugan received mixed reviews as a neo-traditionalist poet, while also serving terms as a Bălți County representative in the Assembly of Deputies. | a while, again as N. Romanaș. He also began a lifetime work of collecting Romanian folklore, and, despite such work being repressed by the Russian authorities, documented the folkloric links between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions. The folk songs of his collections also pointed to the Bessarabians' diss... | Buzdugan was a Romanian writer, folklorist, and political activist who played a significant role in the formation of Greater Romania. He collected Romanian folklore, documented the folkloric links between Bessarabia and other Romanian-inhabited regions, and worked as a propagandist among Bessarabian units of the Imper... |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:91 | biographies | 3 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Iorga cabinet and Romanian Front | For a while, he was employed as a civil administrator, before delving in fascist politics with the Romanian Front. | and Andrei Scobioală soon set up a Moldavian Committee of the Romanian War Front, which began collecting Romanian church literature and primers, to be used in the struggle against Russification. The Committee watched with alarm as the Ukrainian People's Republic made overtures to incorporate Bessarabia into her borders... | Vasile Buzdugan was a prominent political figure in interwar Romania, known for his involvement in the Romanian Front and the Moldavian Committee of the Romanian War Front. He was also a founder of the PNM-and-Committee tribune, "Soldatul Moldovan," and participated in the Moldavian Soldiers' Congress of Chișinău, whe... |
biographies/6289234ccf.json:92 | biographies | 4 | Ion Alion Buzdugan According to updated reference works, the future Ion Buzdugan was born in 1887 in Brînzenii Noi (now in Telenești District, Moldova), the son of peasants Alexandru and Ecaterina Buzdâga, who also had seven daughters. One 1936 entry claims that he was born in 1889 in Buzdugeni. Both villages were at t... | Repression and death | His political activity made him a target of repression under the Romanian communist regime, but he avoided arrest by going into hiding during the late 1940s. Protected by the literary critic Perpessicius, he later reemerged, but, until the time of his death, was only allowed to publish translations, culminating with a ... | Bessarabian literature. Cioculescu also noted that Buzdugan had not mastered Romanian grammar, his spelling errors "all too numerous to be disregarded." As noted by critic Răzvan Voncu, Buzdugan's lyrical contribution stands for neo-traditionalism, in the manner of "Gândirea" writers, but is "spontaneous" and without i... | Buzdugan was a Bessarabian politician and poet who served in the Romanian Parliament during the interwar period. He was known for his neo-traditionalist literary contributions, but his political views were controversial, often described as anti-Semitic and racist. He defected to the Peasants' Party–Lupu (PȚ–L) in 1927... |
disasters/c25a9f0821.json:93 | disasters | 0 | Kayal The story revolves around two friends who work hard, and spend their money travelling around the country. On one such trip, they accidentally help a pair of lovers elope, without realising it. The family of the eloped young lady get angry, and suspect them of being friends of the eloped young man. They take the t... | Production | The film stars newcomers Chandran and Anandhi, while D. Imman composed the film's music. | Kayal The story revolves around two friends who work hard, and spend their money travelling around the country. On one such trip, they accidentally help a pair of lovers elope, without realising it. The family of the eloped young lady get angry, and suspect them of being friends of the eloped young man. They take the t... | Kayal is a romantic drama film directed by Prabhu Solomon and produced by M. Saravanan. The film features Chandran and Anandhi in the lead roles. The film is set against the backdrop of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami. The film's soundtrack was composed by D. Imman. The film released on 25 December 2014. |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:94 | biographies | 0 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2010s | Wilson also starred in the Woody Allen romantic comedy "Midnight in Paris" (2011), which earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination. In 2014 he appeared in Paul Thomas Anderson's "Inherent Vice", and Peter Bogdanovich's "She's Funny That Way" in 2015. | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | Owen Wilson is an American actor, writer, and producer who rose to fame in the 1990s and 2000s for his roles in comedic films such as "Bottle Rocket," "Zoolander," and "Wedding Crashers." He has worked extensively with director Wes Anderson, appearing in several of his films, including "The Royal Tenenbaums" and "The ... |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:95 | biographies | 1 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2000s | Wilson is also known for his career as an onscreen comedian and member of the Frat Pack including starring in such films as "Zoolander" (2001), "Starsky & Hutch" (2004), "Wedding Crashers" (2005), "You, Me and Dupree" (2006), and "The Big Year" (2011). He is also known for "Marley and Me" (2008) and the "Night at the M... | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | Owen Wilson is an American actor, writer, and producer who rose to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s for his roles in comedic films such as "Bottle Rocket," "Rushmore," "Zoolander," and "Wedding Crashers." He has worked extensively with director Wes Anderson, appearing in four of his films, including "The Royal T... |
biographies/1dab900a26.json:96 | biographies | 2 | Owen Cunningham Wilson Wilson was born in Dallas, the middle child of three sons of photographer Laura Cunningham Wilson (born 1939) and Robert Andrew Wilson (1941–2017), an advertising executive and operator of a public television station. His brothers Andrew and Luke are also actors. Wilson's parents are of Irish des... | 2020s | He stars as Mobius M. Mobius in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Loki" streaming on Disney+. | starring alongside Ben Stiller and Will Ferrell in the 2001 film "Zoolander". Gene Hackman reportedly took notice of Wilson's performance in "Shanghai Noon" and recommended the actor to co-star in the 2001 action film "Behind Enemy Lines". Also in 2001, Wilson and Anderson collaborated on their third film, "The Royal T... | Owen Wilson is an American actor, writer, and producer who rose to fame in the early 2000s for his collaborations with director Wes Anderson, including "Bottle Rocket," "Rushmore," and "The Royal Tenenbaums." He has also starred in several successful comedies, such as "Zoolander," "Wedding Crashers," and "Night at the... |
biographies/ca990024e4.json:97 | biographies | 0 | Megan Boone Boone was born in Petoskey, Michigan and raised in The Villages, Florida. Her parents relocated there when she was a child to be closer to her grandparents. Her grandfather, billionaire H. Gary Morse, was the developer of The Villages; her mother, Jennifer Parr, is the Director of Sales. Boone says that she... | Career | She is known for her role as FBI agent Elizabeth Keen on the NBC series "The Blacklist". She had a recurring role in "Blue Bloods". She has appeared in films such as "My Bloody Valentine 3D" (2009) and "Step Up Revolution" (2012). | Megan Boone Boone was born in Petoskey, Michigan and raised in The Villages, Florida. Her parents relocated there when she was a child to be closer to her grandparents. Her grandfather, billionaire H. Gary Morse, was the developer of The Villages; her mother, Jennifer Parr, is the Director of Sales. Boone says that she... | Megan Boone is an American actress and director who was born in Petoskey, Michigan and raised in The Villages, Florida. She is known for her roles in films such as My Bloody Valentine 3D and Step Up Revolution, as well as her starring role as FBI agent Elizabeth Keen in the NBC series The Blacklist. Boone has also dir... |
biographies/bf3c7f1ba0.json:98 | biographies | 0 | Kara Anne Swisher Swisher grew up in Roslyn Harbor, New York. Her father died when she was five years old. Afterwards her family moved to Princeton, New Jersey where she was raised. She wrote for "The Hoya", Georgetown's school newspaper, and later left that paper to write for "The Georgetown Voice", the university's n... | "The New York Times" | Starting from 2018, she was an opinion writer for "The New York Times". | Kara Anne Swisher Swisher grew up in Roslyn Harbor, New York. Her father died when she was five years old. Afterwards her family moved to Princeton, New Jersey where she was raised. She wrote for "The Hoya", Georgetown's school newspaper, and later left that paper to write for "The Georgetown Voice", the university's n... | Kara Swisher is a journalist and author who has covered the technology industry for over three decades. She began her career writing for "The Hoya" and "The Georgetown Voice" before moving on to work at "The Washington City Paper" and "The Washington Post". In 1997, she joined "The Wall Street Journal" and later launc... |
schools/53ffaeee85.json:99 | schools | 0 | Nanyang Girls' High School NYGH was founded in 1917 as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock. The first principal was Yu Pei Gao, and its first premises was a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut. In 1921, Yu Pei Gao resigned as principal and six principals took occupancy of the post over a short pe... | Founding | It was founded in 1917. | Nanyang Girls' High School NYGH was founded in 1917 as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock. The first principal was Yu Pei Gao, and its first premises was a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut. In 1921, Yu Pei Gao resigned as principal and six principals took occupancy of the post over a short pe... | Nanyang Girls' High School was founded in 1917 by Tan Chu Nan and Teo Eng Hock as the Singapore Nanyang Girls' School. Its first principal was Yu Pei Gao, and its first premises was a shophouse at 7 Dhoby Ghaut. The school was renamed Nanyang Girls' High School in 1930 and began operations at its new premises at King'... |
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